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Robert Half Financial Analyst in PORTAGE, Michigan
Description This position is a great opportunity for a Financial Analyst with effective communication skills. If you enjoy working as part of a team, this position is right for you. Robert Half is working with a thriving Manufacturing company to find a skilled Financial Analyst. As the Financial Analyst, your responsibilities with consist of performing financial modeling on various financial products as well as measure, analyze, and forecast performance in conjunction with operating plans. Your other duties will include advising management on the allocation of resources to best accomplish objectives and preparing reports for management. In this role, the candidate will interact with colleagues in a business partner capacity in areas such as forecasting, performance reporting, and expense management. If excites you, contact Robert Half today. This Financial Analyst role, which is located in the Portage, Michigan, is a permanent employment opportunity.
Responsibilities
Drive Area/Segment-level Bookings on a weekly, quarterly and annual basis, as well as P& L forecasting
Provide valuable foresight and decision support through effective Business Intelligence (BI)
Track of monthly and quarterly performance by comparing actuals versus expectations to ensure business partners handle their resources r
Work with Accounting on the monthly and quarterly financial close process
Explain and understand internal and external drivers impacting performance and trending
Work with senior executives on strategic deep dives by developing financial models and insights on topics such as: Retention forecasts, Campaign Planning & Tracking, return on investment of strategic investments, strategic resource allocation and prioritization, and event tracking and execution
The ideal candidate should be a highly flexible individual who is comfortable with large amounts of information and adept at managing expectations
Work closely with cross functional partners in Accounting and Operations to execute against plans
Edit and manage forecasting reports
Develop monthly reports to business partners on financial results and if any actions are required
Look over performance to date while assessing potential opportunities and risks Requirements - Creative problem solver who anticipates risks and opportunities and maintains a vision for continuous improvement
Proficiency with Business Intelligence (BI) reporting tools required
Firm understanding of problem solving through statistical analysis or with large data sets highly preferable (such as in derivatives, structured finance, or business analytics or in a similarly demanding and analytical role)
Prior experience in Spreadsheet and ERP system
BA/BS degree in finance or a related field
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Background in financial analysis and planning
2+ years of experience in problem solving through statistical analysis or with large data sets highly preferable (such as in derivatives, structured finance, or business analytics or in a similarly demanding and analytical role)
Skilled in the construction and delivery of effective presentations to audiences with wide-ranging backgrounds
Deep understanding of Analyze Financial Statements
Solid understanding of Profit and loss
Command of financial reporting
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